Naugatuck Youth Soccer is a volunteer organization, and coaching is a great way to contribute. We know some of you think you don't have the time, or don't know enough about soccer, but NYS will gladly help you with tips and drills. You can also find lots of drills online, right on our web site, in a coaching manual you can download.

The primary function of coaching, particularly at the younger recreation levels, is to show the kids the basics of soccer and let them have fun. You provide a little bit of organization and a good amount of motivation, and the kids will surprise you with how much they'll pick up. And if you want you can wear a whistle and carry a clipboard. How cool is that?

With our new web site, coaching a team for NYS is now easier and more organized than ever. As a coach, you'll have a password for the site that gives you access to your team's roster and schedule, which you can print, and you'll be able to email your team parents with news and updates, and even post game synopses and pictures of your players on the site (with approval from the player's parents).

So please volunteer to coach. Is it easy? No. Is it rewarding? Yes, it really is.

If you're interested in coaching or assistant coaching, or even if you're on the fence, please click the "Feedback" button on the left and send us a note.

Documents

Coaching Intent Letter *- If you are interested in coaching at the U9 level or above (Pool or Comp), please complete and send this form to the appropriate Age Director. Age Directors will evaluate all submissions with the Coaching Director, and submit recommendations to the NYS Board of Directors for a formal vote.